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"Excellent! The two of you have indeed conducted the case with utmost seriousness and meticulousness. Here I have some secret letters. See if the number matches, let the rest of the officials examine these as well!"

Secret letters? The officials looked at one another in confusion. What secret letters?

The eunuch beside the emperor passed down a big bundle of secret letters.

Upon opening them, everyone's expressions lit up.

"Well? Do my beloved officials still believe that Master Di and the others are corrupt?"

"We have been foolish not to realize the integrity of these great men."

"Indeed, their integrity is like lotus that grow out of silt but remains unstained!"

"I only now realize that bribery could be used in such a manner. I am truly impressed!"

"These great men are truly admirable. I originally thought they were abusing their power for personal gain, but it turns out they were masquerading personal interests for public ends."

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